Downer New Zealand
Contract Engineer
- Posted Today
- On Site
- Full Time
Location
Dunedin
Job Description
About Us
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
About the Team
Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.
Job Description
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Contract Engineer to join our team in Dunedin. This role is pivotal in delivering contract requirements, optimizing resources, and ensuring project success. If you have a strong background in engineering, project management, and contract administration, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop project methodology budgets, and programs for construction, maintenance, sealing and surfacing
- Work closely with estimators to prepare accurate estimates and tenders for contracts and variations
- Manage assigned contracts efficiently, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, timelines and financial targets
- Oversee project execution, ensuring quality, safety, and environmental standards are met
- Maintain strong client relationships and stakeholder engagement to facilitate successful project delivery
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and project outcomes
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or related field
- Proven experience in contract management, project delivery, and financial oversight
- Experience in surfacing, sealing, or pavement construction would be advantageous
- Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
- A commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Great promotion and career development opportunities
Have a look at our other great benefits here!
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 718036
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.
Hard Skills Required
- Contract Management
- Project Delivery
- Budgeting & Estimation
- Civil Engineering
- Compliance & Safety
Soft Skills Required
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Problem-Solving
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Attention to Detail
Benefits and Perks
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🤱Extended Parental Leave
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🔋Unlimited Annual Leave
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🧕Inclusive Workspace
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💯Employee Mentoring Program
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🩺Health Insurance
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🧠Mental Health Workshops
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💚Counselling Services
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💪Physical Health Workshops
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🌿Wellness Program
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📈Professional Development
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🎉Employee Discounts and Rewards
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🎖Long Service Rewards
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📣Referral Bonuses
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⏰Flexible Work
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Wellbeing Support
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Bereavement Leave
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Sick Leave
Job Schedule
- Shift Work
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